African Knifefish - Xenomystus nigri
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SynonymsNotopterus nigri, N. nili
DistributionAngola, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Gabon, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Sudan, and Togo.
Maximum Size30cm (11.8")
Temperature22-28°C
Water ParametersWill acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 6.0-8.0, dH: up to 20 degrees.
CompatibilitySpecialist community
LightingDim
Sexual DimorphismDifficult to sex. Mature females in breeding condition may appear fuller bodied.
FeedingFlake, granules and frozen foods
